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Q: How do you layer wallpaper over wallpaper?

• <div><p>To layer wallpaper over wallpaper, inspect your existing wallpaper for problem areas. Damaged wallpaper should not be covered. If it&rsquo;s okay to proceed, prep by turning off the electricity and removing any outlet and switch covers. Dust your walls and lightly rinse them to prevent the existing paper from peeling. Apply primer, then apply your new wallpaper. </p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper last?

• <div><p>Wallpaper lasts an average of around <b>15 years</b>, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest&mdash;sometimes 20 years or more&mdash;while a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/peel-and-stick-vs-traditional-wallpaper.htm">peel-and-stick wallpaper</a>, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.</p></div>

Q: What types of wallpaper are available?

• <div><p>Many types of wallpaper exist, from removable peel-and-stick options to more permanent options that involve pasting. You can also find wallpaper that you can paint over, wallpaper with a texture, and wallpaper made from various materials, such as vinyl. Some types of wallpaper are washable, which can be a great option for kitchens or if your household has small children.</p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper take to dry?

• <div><p>While peel-and-stick wallpapers require no time to cure, the adhesives for other types of papers will take a day or two to dry and up to three weeks to fully cure. The differences are the type of paper, the type of adhesive, and the humidity and temperature in the space. </p></div>

Q: Can I hang wallpaper over textured wallpaper?

• <div><p>If you can already see the texture of the existing wallpaper through the layer of paint, then the texture could also come through the new layer of wallpaper. If that&rsquo;s the aesthetic you want, then proceed. But if you want a smoother surface, you should either strip off the existing paint and wallpaper or hang a layer of liner paper before proceeding. </p></div>

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Last update on August 20, 2020

Reviewed in August 2020
Danny arrived on the day and time that he had promised, and immediately began to work. Accompanied by his son Dillon, they worked steadily throughout the 4 days necessary to complete the job. Both Danny and Dillon were polite and respectful at all times, and were an absolute pleasure to have in...
DC Painting
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Reviewed in March 2020
Had wallpaper removal in living room and they repaired the ceiling , skim coated it painted ceiling and walls and wood trim on ceiling. They did a professional job all the way . Detailed oriented. Workers were professional and courteous. The owner was a joy to work with. Price was low for the...
Leonards & Brothers LLC
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Reviewed in June 2017
Alex came on short notice, explained what needs to be done to get my ceiling repaired and painted and what options I have with floor refinishing. Cost and timeframe were very reasonable. He also advised me on wallpaper removal that I'd being doing myself. When painting ceiling he covered wooden...
Entryways LLC
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Reviewed in March 2017
I hired If Walls Could Talk to paint my dining room and remove and rehang wallpaper in my kitchen. Steve and his crew showed up on time to commence work. They were polite and professional. I never realized all that goes into a good paint job. Those "bumps" that we had in our wall are called nail...
If Walls Could Talk, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
Dave not only removed the wallpaper boarder...it was nasty work, but also painted the entire room......he was prompt, courteous and cleaned up after he was done. I highly recommend him.
D S Painting
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Reviewed in May 2015
Very happy with the work, did a thorough job removing wallpaper and preparing wall. Very clean and detail-oriented <br />
Garcias Painting & Handyman Services
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Reviewed in July 2014
Yagup and his crew arrived early every day and worked straight through. They were careful with our furniture, very polite and very neat. They gave me an estimate 9 months before they were to start the job, when we were delayed, they worked with our time frame. They brought in extra crew to...
Pro Painters
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Reviewed in July 2014
We were planning to sell our house and wanted to freshen the paint in our master bedroom and hall, paint over an old wallpaper mural, and make the second bedroom a neutral color. The painters came on time and worked efficiently, and cleaned up after themselves. <br />
Star Painters, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2010
We hired Magic Brush to paint a bedroom with 2 closets and 2 additional closets located in another part of the house. The owner/salesperson told us he would send his most experienced painting crew. The crew arrived on the scheduled day as promised and was late by only a few minutes due to...
Casanova Remodeling Company LLC
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Kiko Painting Wallpaper, LLC.

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Kiko Wallpaper is a great professional—very polite, leaves everything perfect, and is highly responsible. I recommend him to everyone, and his prices are great."

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by33%of homeowners

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The Builders & Cleaners

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"The cleaners and builders did a fantastic job renovating the living room, kitchen, and bathroom. Everything was done so professionally. I thought this project would be a nightmare, but they were so attentive and responsive. I will definitely be using their services in the future for any work I need to be done around the house."

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Response time1 day

Response rate92%

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Cifuentes Painting LLC

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"Jose and his team were phenomenal to work with. Super communicative during the whole process. I have an older home and he was able to install the wallpaper with ease. I would definitely recommend Jose and will be working with him again in the future."

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by83%of homeowners

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

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"Scott and his staff were very professional, pleasant and performed perfectly on a large scale commercial exterior and interior painting project. I would highly recommend."

+17

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Anderson Pro Painting LLC

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Anderson came highly recommended when I was looking to have interior and exterior painting done. He exceeded all expectations and has always been a pleasure to work with. Anderson & his team have done several projects for me over the years and I would not hesitate to recommend them!"

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Recommended by96%of homeowners

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dimanno painting and wallpapering

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast response great price, I had the rooms painted by Dimanno with excellent results."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Kikopainting wallpaperLLC

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my house paint by kiko Painting Company! Excellent experience from the selection of the materials to the work performed! I highly recommend his services! A job well done!"

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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Small jobs welcome

"Tun Painting LLC in Torrington, CT did an excellent job on my Exterior Painting project, and I was really impressed with how clean, professional, and detail-oriented the whole team was from start to finish."

Response time1 day

Recommended by76%of homeowners

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Bare Knuckle Painting

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Serving Harwinton, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Devon did a great job, exterior looks beautiful - would recommend to a friend and use again, thanks so much!"

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Wallpapering questions, answered by experts

To layer wallpaper over wallpaper, inspect your existing wallpaper for problem areas. Damaged wallpaper should not be covered. If it’s okay to proceed, prep by turning off the electricity and removing any outlet and switch covers. Dust your walls and lightly rinse them to prevent the existing paper from peeling. Apply primer, then apply your new wallpaper.

Wallpaper lasts an average of around 15 years, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest—sometimes 20 years or more—while a peel-and-stick wallpaper, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.

Many types of wallpaper exist, from removable peel-and-stick options to more permanent options that involve pasting. You can also find wallpaper that you can paint over, wallpaper with a texture, and wallpaper made from various materials, such as vinyl. Some types of wallpaper are washable, which can be a great option for kitchens or if your household has small children.

While peel-and-stick wallpapers require no time to cure, the adhesives for other types of papers will take a day or two to dry and up to three weeks to fully cure. The differences are the type of paper, the type of adhesive, and the humidity and temperature in the space.

If you can already see the texture of the existing wallpaper through the layer of paint, then the texture could also come through the new layer of wallpaper. If that’s the aesthetic you want, then proceed. But if you want a smoother surface, you should either strip off the existing paint and wallpaper or hang a layer of liner paper before proceeding.

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